PPE Selection Guide - UCLA - Environment, Health & Safety
PPE Selection Guide - UCLA - Environment, Health & Safety
PPE Selection Guide - UCLA - Environment, Health & Safety
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Applicable <strong>PPE</strong> Specific type (example) Characteristics Applications<br />
Hearing Protection<br />
Footwear<br />
Protection<br />
Disposable Ear Plugs<br />
Reusable Ear Plugs<br />
Hearing Band<br />
Earmuffs<br />
Slip Resistant<br />
<strong>Safety</strong> Boots<br />
Chemical Resistant Boot<br />
Polyvinyl Chloride<br />
(PVC) or Polyurethane<br />
foam, one time use<br />
design (no cleaning),<br />
one size fits all, light<br />
weight, low cost,<br />
blocks all sound<br />
Silicone, tapered fit,<br />
reusable (needs<br />
cleaning), corded or<br />
uncorded, light weight,<br />
more durable than<br />
disposable<br />
Ear plugs connected to<br />
a flexible band that<br />
can be worn around<br />
the neck when not<br />
needed<br />
One size fits all, fits<br />
better for longer<br />
periods of time, higher<br />
noise reduction rating,<br />
very durable, dielectric<br />
Slip resistant sole,<br />
comfortable, light<br />
weight<br />
Steel toe offers toe<br />
protection, durable,<br />
puncture resistant<br />
High permeation<br />
resistance to most<br />
chemicals<br />
Working with high<br />
powered equipment<br />
such as shop<br />
machinery, power tools,<br />
or gas powered<br />
equipment.<br />
Working with high<br />
powered equipment<br />
such as shop<br />
machinery, power tools,<br />
or gas powered<br />
equipment. Can be<br />
used for<br />
Working with high<br />
powered equipment<br />
such as shop<br />
machinery, power tools,<br />
or gas powered<br />
equipment.<br />
Working with high<br />
powered equipment<br />
such as shop<br />
machinery, power tools,<br />
or gas powered<br />
equipment.<br />
Working in areas made<br />
of tile, marble, or<br />
terrazzo.<br />
Working in areas with<br />
power tools or heavy<br />
machinery used in<br />
construction.<br />
Working with large<br />
amounts of chemical<br />
compounds or during<br />
chemical spill clean-up<br />
Jan 2012 -5- <strong>PPE</strong> <strong>Selection</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
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